The ODISHA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY ACT, 2014

13 ODISHA ACT 5 OF 201S •THE ODISHA STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY ACT, 2014 ( Receivedthe assent Ofthe Governoron the 16th February,20tS first publishedin anExtraordinaryissueot theOdishaGazette. dated the 21st February, 2015 (No. 275) ANACT TO ESTABLISHAND INCORPORATEAN OPEN UNIVERSITY INODISHA FORINTRODUCTIONAND PROMOTION OF OPEN UNIVERSITY AND DISTANCE EDUCATION SYSTEMS IN THE EDUCATONAL PATTERN OF THE STATE AND FOR THE CO-ORDINATION AND DETERMINATION or STANDARDS IN SUCH SYSTEMS. Beit enactedby the Legislatureof the Stateof Odishain tt•e Sixty-fifthYearoftheRepublicofIndiaasfcnows.— CHAPTER I PRELIMINARY (1) ThisActmaybecalledtheOdishaStateOpenUniversity Short Act. 2014. extent and (2) ItextendstothewholeoftheStateofOdisha. (3) ItshallcomeintoforceonsuchdateastheStateGovernment may,bynotification,appoint 2. InthisAct.unlessthecontextOtherwiserequires.— Definitions •AcademicCouncil"meanstheAcademcCouncdOfthe University: "Authorities"meanstheauthoritiesoftheUniversity: (b) "BoardOfManagemenotr"•Boardm• eanstheBoardOf ManagemenOf ftheUniversity: "BoardofRecognitionm" eanstheBoardOfRecognition (d) ot the University: "Chancellomr"eanstheChancello0rttheUniversity. •Director' means the Director Of Schools 0' the University: •(FortheBill.SeeOdishGaazettEextraordinadraytedthe4th December. 2014 (NO.20S4) Legis-1 Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 14 '"Distance Education Council' means the Distance Education Council dec'ared by the statute as an authority of the IGNOu established under section 16 of the IGNOU Act education system" means the system Of imparting education through any means Of communication. Such as broadcasting, telecasting. courses. seminars, contact prograrnrnes. internet and such Other means Of ccmrnunicatloonrthecombinationOfanytwoormoreOf such means. "Employee"meansany personappointedby the UniversityandIncludesteachers.Officers(Otherthanthe Chancellora)ndotherStat'01theUniverslty; O) "FinanceCommitteem• eansthe FinanceCommitteeof the Unverslty: (k) "Covernmentm- eanstheGovernmenotfOdisha. "ICNOU'meansthe 'IndiraGandhiNationaOl pen Uruversitye•stablishedundersection3 of the Indira GandhNi ationaOl penUniversitAyct,1985. Act 50 af Igas (m) "PlanningBoard'meansthe PlanningBoardOfthe University; •Prescribed"meansprescribedby the Statutes, OrdinancesR,egulationOsrRulesmadeunderthisAct, •Recognised Institution" means the insttutkyn establishedfor researchor SpecialisedstLNiiesand recognisedassuchbytheUniversity: (p) Centre" a centre established or maintainedby the Universityfor the purposeof ca- ordinatinagndsupervisinthgeworkofStudyCentres andrecogn'sedandforperform'ngsuchotherfunctions asmaybeconferredonsuchcentrebytheBoardof Management Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) •Regulations- means Regulations made Oy any authcnty of the uruverslty under this Act for the time being Inforce. •School" rræans a School Of Studies of the Untversltv (r) •Ski" DevelopmentEducationCouncil"meansthe Ski" DevelopmentEducationCouncilOfthe University: •Statutes-. "Ordnances- and "Regulations" means, (t) respectively.the Statutes.OrdnancesandRegulations of the UniversitymadeunderthisAct andfor the time being inforce; -Student" means a student Of the University, and includes any person who has enrolled nimse't pursuinganycourseOfstudyct Univers'ty: •StudyCentre-meansacentreestablishedm. aintained (v) or recognizedby the Universityfor the purposeof advistng.counsellingor for rendermgany other assistance required bythe students, •Teachers- means Professors, Readers. Lecturers or (w) anyotherpersonasmaybedesignatedassuchbythe ordinanceforimpartinginstructionintheuniversityorfor givingguidancoerrenderinagssistanctoestudentfsor pursuinganycourseof studyof theuniversitoyr to conductresearchor to renderguldancein anyother forrntostudentsfor pursuinga courseOfstudyof the universityorto conducotrresearchtorenderguidance inanyOthelfromtostudentfsorpursuinagcourseOi studyottheuniversitayndShanincludepart-timaend wholetimeteachersinReg.cnaclentresorstudycenter: •universitym" eanstheOdishaStateOpenUniversity established under this Act. "UniversitGyrantsCommissiomn"eanstheCommission establishedunder the UniversityGrants Act of 1956 Act. 1956. and "Vice-Chancellomr"eans Vice-Chancelloorf the (z) University. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 16 CHAPTER l' ESTABLISHMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY. ITS OBJECTIVES ANO FUNCTIONS 3. (1) Thereshall be establisheda Universityby the nome of •the State Open University' o' the (2) The headquartersof the UniversityShanbe at SambaW.$and the Universitymayestablish.maintainorrecogniseinstitutes.schools.regional centers and centres and such Other nstitute at such places in the State as may deem fit (3) With the estat*ishment of thioUniversity.— (a) the other Universities the State who are contirwtng their open and distance education programmes shall be given cwtion to continue the same subject to conditions that such Universities shaft develop their own open and distance 'earning system by establishing. maintaining Or recognising institutes. schools, regional centers and study centers in the State in accordance with law or guidelines Ofthe Distance Education Council for the tüne being in force. dispensing with franchise system cf conducting various Open and distance education programmes. within a perk)d o' three years from date Ofcommencement of this Act. (b) on failure of the conditions specified in clause (a) by other unrversitÉs Of the State provic*ng distance education programmes. through open and distance system. the Government shall. subject to the Guidelines Of the Distance Education Council for time being in 'orce, issue drections to such Universities to wind up such open and distance education in the manner as may be prescröed; (C) a University. headquarters Ofwhrch is Situated outside the State of Odisha, shah obtain approval of the Government for establishing or continuing distance education programmes through open and distance learning System in the State in accordance with guidelines of the Distance Council, within a period of One year from the date Ot Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 17 commencement of this Act failing which such establishment or continuanceof the saidprogrammesbysuch Universitiesshall be treated as unauthorised and the Government shall issue directions to such University to wind up such open and distance learningsysteminsuchmannerasmaybeprescribed; (d) the provisionsOf clause(c) shall not apply to the UniversitiesestablishedunderanylawmadebytheParliament. (4) The first Vice-Chancelicrt,he first Registrar,the first Cr ornptrolleOfFinancet,hefirstControlleorfExaminationtsh,ememberOsf thefirstBoardofManagementht.eAcademiCcouncilt,hePlanningBoardand the FinanceCommitteeand an personswho may becomesuch offcers or members. so long as they continue to hold such office or m, embershiapreherebyconstituteadbody bythenameOfthe •Odisha State Open Universityn. (5) • Universityshallhaveperpetuasluccessioanndacommon sealand shall sue and besued bythe said name. (6) Subjectto the provisionsOfthis Act and Statute,the Universitsyharbecompetentot acquireandholdpropertbyothmovablaend W'movabtet,o lease,senor otherwisetransferany movableor immovable propertwyhichmayhavebecomveestedinorbeenacquiredbyit.forthe purposeosftheUniverstayndtocontracatndtcdoaliotherthingsnecessary for the purpose cf this Act. (7) In all suitsandotherlegalproceedingbsy or againstthe U. niversittyhepleadingsshalbl esignedandverifiedby.andanprocesseins suchsuitandproceedingshsalbeissuedtoandbeservedon.theRegistrar. 4. (1) The shayhavethefogowngobjectsn,amely—. (a)to endeavouthrrougheducationre,searchtr,ainingand extensionto playa positiveroleinthedevelopmenOtfthe state,basingontherichheritagoefthestatet.opromotaend advancethestatusofemploymenctf thepeopleof Odisha and its human resources; (b)to strengthethneexistindgegreec.ert'ficaatenddiploma coursebsywayofintroducinagdd-oncourserselatetdothe needs ot employment; Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 18 (c) to advanceand disseminate'earningand knowledgeby different means. Including the use of commurmcat10n techn0109y. (d) tc provideaccesstohighereducationfor largesegmentsof the population.andin particular.the disadvantagedgroups suchas thosehv.ngin remoteand ruralareasincluding working peopk. housewives and other adults who wish to upgrade or acquire thrct.Gh studies in various fields: (e) tc acquisitionOfknowledgeina rapidlydeveloping andchargingsocietyandtoOfferopportunitiesforupgrading knowledge.traning andskillsin tte contextof innovations, researchanddiscoveryinallfieldsofhumanendeavours. (f) toprovideaninnovativesystemofuniversityleveleducation, flexibleandopen. regardtomethodasndpaceoflearning, combinatioOnfCoursese.ligibilityforenrolmenat.geOfentry. cmduct OfexaminationandOE*ratiOnOfthe programmes withaviewtopromotelearningandencourageexcellence new fields Ofknow'edge. (g) toestablishthefollowingschoolscftheUniversityn.amety (i) SchoolOf SciencesandHumarüties. Schoolof SciencesandTechnology: (iii) SchoolofEducation(ContinuingandExtension). School of Teacher Education: (v) SchoolofBusinessandManagemenSttudies. SchoolofHealthCareStudies; SchoolofCornputearndInformattcnSctences, (viii) School of Agriculture. and (ix) Subjectto the approvaol f theGovernmenat,ny other Schoolsas it maydeem fit; (h)tocontributtoetheimprovemeonfttheeducationsaylstemin Odishaby a channeclomplementatcry the SystemandencouragingtransferOfCreditsand exchargeof teachingstaffbymakingwideuseOftextsand othersoftwaredevelopebdytheUniversity. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 19 (i) to provideeducation and training •n the various arts crafts and skills and vocational courses, (j) to provideor arrangetrainingo' teachers requiredfor such activities or institutions' (k) to provide suitable post-graduate courses Of study and promote research. toprovtdethecounselingandguidancetoItsstudents.and (m)to promote nationa! integration and the integrated developmentofthehumanresourcesthroughitspoliciesand programmes. (2) TheUniversityshallstovetofoifilltheaboveobjectsbyadiversity Ofmeans of distanceand continuingeducation.and shali function in co- operationwiththeexistingUniversitieasndInstitutionOsfhigherlearningand make full use Of the latest scientificknowledgeand new educational technologytoofferahighquabtvOfeducationtomeetcontemporarnyeeds. (3) The Universityshell strive to promoteSkill Development Educationthrough taking measu€esfor diligent supervisionand seuperintendenacimedatstandardizatiOonfallskillrelatededucatioinnthe state 5. (1) to such orders. rules. regulations.guidelines drectlons issued from Vme to time. by the Central Government.State of the un•versity GovernmenUt,niversityGrantsCommissionA.li IndiaCounciflor Technical EducationD. istanceEducationCounciland NationalTeacherEducation Counciol.ranyotherlawforthetimebeinginforce,theUniversitsyhallhave thefollowing powers. namely (i) to provideforadmissioanndinstructioinn suchbrancheosf knowledgei.ncbudingtechnologyv.ocationandprofessions the Universitymaydeterminefromtimeto timeandto make provisiotnorresearcha.ndextensiobnyofferingthefollowing courses. namely-— (a) Ceruficate Courses in Engineering Science. ParamedicaAl.gficultureF,oreignLanguageM. asonand Carpentry. (b) Graduatelevelcourses, Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 20 Digioma Courses in LaboratMY Technician, Computer (c) hardware. Management Courses. Computer Apptication Courses: P.G. Level Courses: (g) Teacher Education Courses hke CTIB EdN Ed.. (h) Other Skill Development and Vocational Courses: and Add-on Courses to plan and prescribe courses of study of degree. certificates or for any other purpose. (iii) to hold examynations or test arÉ cor&r &yees, dipit:rnas grant certificates or other acadernic distinctions or persons who have pursued approved courses 0t study in tie University or conducted research •n the manner down by the Statutes and Ordinances: (iv) tc confer honorary degrees or Otheracademic distirdons the manner 'aid down by the Statutes: to withdraw or cancel any Degree, D+lorna or Certificate conferred or granted by the University tt•e mann« prescnbed by the Statutes: determine the mamer which OstMc•e system n relation the acadernic the university may be organized to institute professorship. readerships. lectureships academic positions necessary for impartrt9 or for educational material cr for conductirg other activities. guidance. designng ard &hvery Of course and evaluation 0t the work done by the students, and to persons to such professorship. readerstup, lecturestvp md Other acadernic positions: Wii) tc tay down the courses OfInstructions or courses Of fot vanous examinations; fix) to co-operate with. and seek the co-oper*im cf , Universities and institutions Of higher "earning. professional bodies and organizattons for Sigh purpose as UnversJty considers necessary. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) to hold and man-ge trusts and endowments and to Institute award fellovæhips scholarships. meda's. pnzes and such other awards for recognition of merit asthe University may deem fit (xi) tc establish and maintain such regional centers as may be determined by the university from time to time: (xiii to establish. maintain recognise Study Centers in the manner 'aid down by the Statutes (xiii) tc inspect regional centers, study centers and recognised institutions and take measures to ensure proper standards Of instruction,teachtngand with adequate library and laboratory to organize and conduct refresher courses, workshops. Viv) seminars and other programmes for teachers. lesson writers, evaluators and other academic staff; torecogniseexaminationsOf,orperiodsOfstudy(whetherinfull part)at OtherUniversitiesi,nstitutionsor otherplacesOf higherleaminoas equivalentto examinationosr periodsOf studyintheUniversity.andtowithdrawsuchrecognitionatany time: tomakeprovisiofnorresearchanddevelopmeninteducational (xvi) technology and matters relatedthereto: to Create administrative. mnsteria' and Other posts as the (xvi) Universitymaydeemnecessary,fromtimeto timeandto make appointmenttshereto.subjectto conditionthattheuniversity shallbearthe saiarycostOfofficersbothteachingandnon- teachingandotherstaffso orengagedOutOfitsOwn fund and shall notbeentitledto any grantwhatsoeverfromthe . * Government towards that salary, remuneration. fess or honoranum cost' toreceivebenefactionsd,onationsandgiftsforthepurposesof (xvii) theUniversityandmaintainproperaccountsthereoC tc acquire.hold and managepropertybothmovableand (xix ) immovable.tc lease.sellorotherwisetransferordisposeofany * Amended by Odisha Act 6S oef a2r0c1h9able PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 22 property or immovable. which may vest in. or be acquired by it. fM the purposes of the university, and to enter into contract all other acts Or thlngs necessary for the purposes of this Act: Provided that no such lease. sale Or transfe[ of immovable property shall be made without the prior approvai of the Goverrnent. Provided further that where the Government is satisfied that M',ysuch property may, in the interest of the University, be Given on lease or otherwise transferred or cisposed of. the Governrnent shal issue necessary directions to the University and the Uriversity shall comply with such directions forthwith. (xx) to borrow. the approval of the Government. whether on the security of ttæ propertyof the university or otherwise, money for the purpose Ofthe University, to enter irato.cary out. vary or cancel contracts: (xxii) to fix.to demardandreceivesuchfeesandothercharges,as may beapproved bytheChancellor from time to time: (xxiii) to promote.control andmaintaindisciplineamongthe studerts of the University. (xxiv)to lay down and regulatethe salary.scale Ofpay. allowances and Other ccndtions Of service of the employees and the membersOfthe teaching.Otheracademicand non-teaching staff oftheUniversttyincludingtheircodeofconduct, (xxv) to ether on contractor otherwise,visaing Professors, Emeritus Professors. Consultants, fellows. scholars, artist, cone writers and suchOtherpersonswhomay contribute to theadvancernerdOftheObjectsOftheuniversity; (xxvi) to conduct.co-ordinate.Supervse,regulateand controlpost- graduate andresearchworkin theuniversity; (xxvii) to recognizepersonsworking in OtherUniversities.institutions or as Ofthe Universityon such terms andconditionsasmaybelaiddownbytheOrdinances; Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 23 (xxviii) to determine standards and to specify conditions for the admission Of students to course of study of the Unvers•ty whlCh may include examination and any other method cf testing, (nix) to takethedtsc•pl'rwyaction againstthestudentsof the Universityandtoimpose punishmentsuponthemasmay deemed fit for breach of discipline or within or Outsidethe Universityinclufig the useof unfairmeansat an examinationor in relationtheretobythemselvesorbyanyOther personsor abatementthereof: tc makearrangementstor thepromotionofthe genera*health and welfare of the students and the employees. to take such measures for standardisation Of skill developmenteducationCoursesandprogrammesintheState; (xxxii)to provdefar the preparatioonf instructionamlaterials, indudingfilms,cassettest.apes.videocassettesandother software; and (xxxiii)todoallsuchacts maybenecessary incidentatol the exerciseOf or any Ofthe powersOfthe Universityand conduciveto the prornotionof all or anyOftheObjects Ofthe University. (2) Ngotwithstandainnythincgontaineindanyotherlawforthe timebeinginforceb.utwithouptrejudictoetheprovisioonfssub-secti(o1n),it shalbl e dutyoftheUniversittoytakeallsuchstepsasitmaydeenf'ittor thepromotioOnftheOpenUniversaitynddistanceeducatiosnystemasndfor thedneterminatiOofstandardosfteachinge.valuatioanndresearcihnsuch systems (3) 'n c&ryingoutits objectst.heUniversitsyhallstrive coonoperatiwiththeIndiraGandhNiationOalpenUniversaityndshall o. bservteotheextenfteasibleth,eeducationnormasndstandardpsrescribed byitforOpenLearningSystems. 6. TheUniversitSyhalli.nexerciseOfitspowersh.avejurisdictioonver the whole Ofthe State OfOdisha Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 24 University 7. (1) The University Shall be open tc persons Ot either and Of Whatever race. creed. caste or class. arud It shall not be lawful for the to ell classes UniversitytoadoptorimposeonanypersonanytestwhatsoeverofrelOJcus and benefOrprofessioninorderto entitlehimtobeappointedasa teacherof the weeds Universityor to hold any Otheroffice therein or admittedas a studentin the Universityo.rtograduatethereat. toenjoyorexercISaenyprivegethereof (2) Nothing in sub•section (1) shall be deemed to preverd ttw UniversityfrommakinganyspeoalprovisionfortheappointmentOf*imtssion ofwomenorofpersonsbelongingtotheweakersectionsofthesociety,andin particular,Ofpersonsbelongirg totheScheduledCastesorScheduledTribes CHAPTER Ill THECHANCELLORANDOFFICERSOFTHEUNIVERSITY foe Officers 8. ThefollowingshallbetheOfficerosftheUniversityn.anely:— the (i) the Vice-Chancellor, unwersity. (ii) the Directors of Schools. (iii) theDirector.SkillDevelopmenEt ducationCouncil: the Registrar; the Comptroller OfFina-,ce: the Controller of Examination: and (vii) SuchotherofficersasmaybedeclaredbytheStatutes to betheofficersoftheUniversity 9. (1) The Governor Of Odisha shall be the Chancellor of the Chancellor University. (2) The Chancellorshallbyvirtueof his officebe thehead the Universityand shall whenpresent.presideoverthe convccat•onsof the Uy niversictonvenefdorthepurposoetconferrindgegreesorforanyother purpose (3) Everyproposafol rconfermenotfanhonorardyegreesh*l be subjecttc confirmationbytheChancenor. (4) TheChancellosrhalldecideall disputeswithregardto the election,nominationor selectionot membersof the authoritiesof the Universityand hisdecisionthereonShallbefinal. (5) TheChancellosrhallbecompetentto call.fromtimeto tine. suchinformatioonrrecordrelatingtoanyaffairsoftheUniversitayrvitheVice- Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) Chancelbr shall furnish the sarTE and after perusal of such information or record it shall be lawful for the Chancellor tc give. in the interest of the University, directions to the Vice-Chancellor. as he deems fit, and the Vice- Chancelor shal comply with such dire-Huns. (6) to the provisions Of Sub-sections (7) and Chancellor shan have the right to cause an inspection to Oemade. by such personor personsas he may direct. Ofthe University.its buildings.libraries. laboratories and equipment and of any rec•nal centre cr M'y study centre and so also Of the examination. instruction other work conducted or done by Universitya,ndtocauseaninquirytcbemadeinlikemannerinrespectof anymatterconnectedwiththe andfinancesoftheUniversity. (7) The Chancellor in every case. give notice to the UniversityOfhisintentiontocauseanInspectionorInquiryto madeandthe Universityshall.onreceiptofsuchnotice.havetherighttomake.withtnthirty daysfromthe date Ofreceiptof the noticeor suchother penodas the ChmceUor determine. such representation to him as it may consider necessary (d) After considonns.tne representation.if any. made by the University,theChancellormaycaJsetobemadesuchinspectionorinquiryas is referred to in-sub-section (9) WhereaninspectionorInquiyhasbeencausedtobemadeby theChancellor.theUniversityshallbeentitledtoanoint arepresentdlvewho shdlhavetherighttoappearinpersonandtobeheardatSuchinspectm (10) The Chancellormay addressthe Vice-Chancellowr th referenceto result of such or irquiry togetherwith suchviews andadvicewithregardto theactiontc betakenthereonastheChancellor maybepleasedtoofferandcnreceipOt fthea±ressmadebytheChancellor: theVice-Chancellorshallcommunicateforthwithtothe BoardotManagement theresultOftheInspection inquiryand viewsoftheChance"orandthe advicetenderedbyhimwth totheactiontobetakenthereon. (11) The Boardof Shallcommunicatethroughthe Vice-ChancellortotheChancellorsuchaction.ifany.asitproposestotakeor hasbeentakenbyitontheresultofsuchinspectionorinquiry. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 26 (12) Where the Board of Management does not take action to the satisfaction Ofthe Chancel'or within a time limit fixed by the Chancellor. the Chancellor may after considenng any explanation furnished or representation made by the Board of Management, issue such directions as he may think fit and the Board of Management shall be bound to comply with such directions (13) Without prejudice to the foregoing provisions section, the Chancellor may. by order in writing, annul any proceedlng of any authority of the University, which is not in conformity with this Act, the Statutes or the Regdatton or the Ordinances Provided that before making any such order, he shall calt upon the University to show cause why such an order should not be made and if any cause is shown within a reasonable time. he shall consider the same (14) The Chancellor shall have Such Other powers as may be specified bythe Statutes 10. (1) The Vice.Chancel'or shall be appointed by the Chancellor from a Vice ChytceJkJ, panel three names recommendedunder sub-section(4) by a Committee fw the purpose under sub-section (2) For the purpose of sub-section (1), a Committee shall be constitutedwhichshallconsistofthefolicwrngmembers.namely- (i) one membernot connectedwith the Universityto be nominatedbytheBoardo' Management; (ii) one member to be nominated by the Chairperson of the Distance Education Council. and (iii) onememberto benominatedbytheChancellor,whoshall be the Chairman ot the Committee (3) The business of the Committee shall be conducted in such manner as may be prescribed. from time to time. by the Government on thal behalt (4) The Committee constituted under sub-section (2) Shail within a reasonabletimeselectthreepersonswhom considersfitfor bepngappointed as Vice-Chancellor and shall recommend to the Chancel'or the names Of personssoselectedtogetherwithsuchOtherparticulars.ifany Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) Provided that the Ccrnrp,dtee shan not select such persons who. If appointed as Vice-Chancellor. would cease to hold that office on account of attaining the ageof sixty five years before completion of the term of three years (5) The Vice-Chancellor shall ho'd office for a term cf three years from the date he assumes office as such and he shall be eligible re- appointmenttc thatofficeforafurtherterm.subjecttotheprovisionscontained In sub-section(l Provided that no person Shanbe appointed as Vice-Chancellor for more than two terms: Provides further that no persc%iappointed as Vice-Chancellor shall continue to holdoffice assuch after he attains the age of Sixtyfive years. (6) TheChancellormay.fromtWetotine. extendthetermofoffice of tie Vice-Chancellor for a total penod not exceeding six months without followingtheprocedurelaiddotin insub-secuon(l)_ (7) In casethe officeof the Vice-Chancellofralls vacantdæ to absence of the Vice-Chancellor cn leave. the Chancellor shal appoint a persononsuchtermsandconditionasshedeemsnecessartyoactasthe Vice-Chance/odruring periodforwhichtheVice-Chanceßoprroceedson leaveandthepersonsoappointedshallexercisethe andperformtt-e funct'Qnsof the Vice-Chancellorand shall be entitled to emciurnents attached to the Office. (8) IncasetheofficeoftheVice-Chancelofarllsvacantdueto any otherreasont.hevacancyshallbefilledinthemannerspecfledinsub-section (1)andthepersoanppointetodfidsuchvacancsyhalhl oldofficeforatermof threeyearsandshallbeeligibleforre•appoW'tminenatccordancweiththe prcvtsionscontainedin sub-section(5) (9) Notwithstandinganythingcontaned in this section. the Chancellosrhallappointsuchpersonashedeemsfit to bethefirstVice- Chancellorof the UniversityestablishedunderthisAct and personsc adppointeshallholdofficeforsuchpenodr,utexceedhogneyear,and subjectotsuchtermsandconditioansstheChancelmloaryfixinthatbehalf. (10)TheemolumenttsobepaidiOtheVice-Chancelloarn.dtheterms andconddionssu.bjecttowhichheshay offices. hadbeSucha.smaybe prescribed bythe Statutes Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 28 (11) Chance"or may. at any by an order in writing. remove the Vice-Cnancellor Of the University from Office. if in his Opinion it appears that hlS contirwance in office iSdetrimental to the nterests Ofthe Jniversity: Provided that no such removal shdl made without holdilg an enquiry beng conducted by a Committee consisting of at least three members not below the rnk ot a Vice-Chancellor (12) If at any time upon representation made or otherwise, it appears to the ChanceUor that the Vice-Chancellor. — (a) has made default in performing any duty imposed on him by or under this Act. cr (b) has acted in a manner prejudicial to the interest of the University. or (c) is o' rnæ'agtng the affairs -of the uruversity.the Chancellcr may notwithstanding the fact that the term of office of Vice-Chance'lor has not expired. by an order, in writing, stating the reasons there"'. require the Vice-Chancelor to relinquish his offce as from such date as may specied in the order (13) No order under Sub-section (12) shall be passed unless the partr.uys Ofthe groundson which such action is proposedto be takenare communicatedto theViceChancellorandheis givenreasonableoppwtunity Ofshowng Causeagainst the proposed o.•de,•_ (14) From the date specified in the order made under sub-section (12).theVee-Chancellor shall bedeemedto haverelirquished the offic* and the office of the Vice-Chancellor shal fau vacant. 11. (1) The executiveauthorityOfthe Universayshaltvestin the Vice. powers Ofthe Chancellor. (2) The Vice-Chancellor shali be the ponc:pa' academic and executiveofficeroi Universityandshallexercisesupervisionandcontrol over the affairs of the and give effect to the of all the authorities Ofthe University. (3) Subjectto availabilityof fundsinthebudget.theVice-Chancellor shallhavethepowertosanctiona.fterObtainintgheopinionOftheCornptrolter 0t Financee, xpenditureuptoSuchsumas maybe prescribedduringthe courseOfafinmcialyearandshallmakeareportOfallsuchexpenditurteo the Board of Management at the earliest. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 29 (4) IftheViæ-Chance\lor isof theopinionthatany order or decision in respect of any matter which is required under the provis•ons of this Act or the to be passed or made by any authority ot the University. is necessary to be passed or made immediately and it is not practicable to obtain orders the concerned authority for that hemay pass such order or take stEh decision as he deems proper and shall the earlest opportunity report his action to such officer or authority who 'n ordinary course IS com•petentto deal wth the matter for ratification.and where the authority Offers the Vice-Chance"or. the matter shall be referred to the Chancellor whose decision ttEreon shall be final Provided that f the matter involvesany financial transaction. the shah.before passingsuch order or taking such &cision. obtan theopiruonof the Controller of Finance. (5) IfintheopinionoftheVice-Chancellaonrydecisionofanyofficer orauthorityoftheuniversityisbeyondthepowersconferredbytheprovisions of this Actor Statutes.Ordinances.regulationsor rulesmadethereunderor IS not thetnteres•o,f theUniversity,he shalirequestthe concernedofficeror authorityto reviewitsdecisionwithinfifteendaysfromsuchdecisionandin Casethe refusestoreviewsuchdecisioneitherinwholeor inpartor fadstotakeanydecisionwithinthesaidperiods,uchmattershallbereferred totheChmcellorwhosedeasicnthereonshallbefinal Providedthatthedecisionoftheofficeror authorityconcerned shar suspendedduringtheperiodOfreviewOfsuchdecisionbythe officeor rtheauthoritcyrtheChancelloar,sthecasemaybe,undetrhissub- section. (6) TheVice.ChanceIsohrallreviewtheperformanocefteachers andofficers theuniversityannuallyandsubmita reportthereonto the Chancellor in the manner (7) TheVice-Chancellorshallhavepower,— to requirethe teachersof the universityor Regional CentresoftheUniversitytoreporttohimabouttheconduct cf Universityexamination.and togivesuchdirectiontsotheofficersinchargeOfsuch examinations as he deems necessary. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) (8) The Vice-Chancellor shall ensure that the provisions of the Act. the Statutes, Ordinances. regulations and rules are observed (9; The Vice-Chancellor shall exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescrrbedby the Statutes or the Ordinances 12. Each Schoo's shall be headed by a Director of Schools and The Director every such Director shall be appointed in such manner, on such emolument and other conditions of serv.ceand shallexercise such powers and perform suchdutiesandfunctionsasmay beprescribedbytheStatutes. 13.TheDirector,SkillDevelopmenEtducationCouncilshallbeappointed Derector. in such manner, on such emolument and other conditions Ofservice. and shall OeveJcv•nent Education exerciseSuchpowersand performsuchdutiesand functionsas maybe oresctibec3 by the Statutes 14.(1)TheRegistrasrhallbeappointebdytheChancenotorraperiod0' The Registrar. three years onthe recommendation Ofthe Government (2)TheRegistrarshallbea whole-timeofficeroftheuniversityand shallact asamemberof theBoardof ManagementandtheAcademicCouncil Ofthe Unwersity. (3)NOpersonshallbeappointeadsa RegistraOr ftheUniversity unlessheholdsthepostofa ProfessoorrSeniorReadeorranyequivalent postWithat leastfifteen yearsOfexperienceon researchand educational administrationincludingfive yearsteachingexperiencein post-graduate classes (4) The emolumentsto be paidto the Registratand the termsand conditionosfhisserviceshallbesuchasmaybepresenbebdytheStatutes. (5) TheRegistrasrhall.Subjectot thecontroOl ftheVice-Chancello—r (a) managethepropertieasndtnvestmentosftheUniversity. (b) remainincustodoyfthepropertieasndfundsoftheJniversity, (c) remainin custodyof ttE records,the commonseal andsuch other prcpeny cf the Universityas the Vice-Chancellorshall entrust him; (d) executeallcontractsonbehalfOftheUniversity: (e) ensurethat moneysare utilisedfor thepurposefor whichthe fundsaregrantedorallottedbytheappropriataeuthoritya:nd Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 31 exercise and perform such other powers end duties as may be prescribed by the Statutes and Regulations and as may. from time to time- be assiw•ed to him by the Board of Management and the Academic Council. (6) The Registrar shaggenerally render Such assistance to the Vice- Chanceflor.asmay berequiredby in theperformanceOfhisduties (7) The Registrarshall havethe nght to speak Otrer-msetake padin theproceedingata meetingof anyofthe authoritiesof the university but shali not be entitled to vote at any such meeting. (3) All suits Or Other ugal proceedings by or against the University Shall be instituted by or against the Registrar. 15. (1) TheComøtrallerof Financeshallbeappointedbythe Chancellor Comptro'ler Of in consultation with the Government and shatl be whole-Orne officer of the University (2) The salary. aNowancesand corxiit'ons ot service of the ComptrollerofFinanceshallbesuchasmaybeprescribedbytheStatutes (3) Whenthe officeoftheComptrollerof Financessvacantor when the Comptrolierof Financeis byreasonof "l health.absenceor anyother cause unable to perform his functions as such. his funct•ons shall be performedby suchotherpersonastheVtce-Chance'lormayappo.ntfor the purpose. (4) TheComptrolerof Financeshall.subjectto the controlof Vice-Chancellor. (a) beresponsiblefortheproperinvestmenotrthefundscf University: (b) exercvsegeneralsupervisionofsuchfunds: (c) tenderadviceWth regardtc financialtransactionsof the University: (d) beresponsibleforpreparationandpresentationoftheannual financial estimates and statements of accounts for presentationbytheVice-Chancellor: (e) ensurethatallmoneyasreutilisedinappropoatmeannef'or the purposeforWh.chtheyaregrantedor allottedbythe appropnate authorlty: Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 32 (t) examine the statements Of accounts Ofthe University and submit a reportto the Board of Management: G) exercise such other pov,'ers and perform such functions as may be prescribed. (5) The Comptroller of Finance shall be responsible to the Vice- Chancellorfor ensurirgthat noexpenditureoutsidethe budgetis incurredby the universlty otherwse than by way of investmentsand shall disallow any expenditure which is not permissible under the Statutes. (6) The Comptroller of Finance shall have the right to speak and other wise take parl in the proceedingsOfthe Boardof Managementas and when requied. and in all such cases. his advice shall be recorded in the proceecfingsof the Board OfManagement. butheshal' not beentltled to vote. (7) The advice Ofthe Comptroller OfFinance on antoancial matters shagbetaken before they are given effect to. 16.(1) TheControllerofExaminationshallbeappointedbytheBoard The Controller ofMan*rnent ontherecommendatioo'ntheGovernmenfrtomamongstthe Examination. Readersof the Universityor Readers of the OdishaEducation Service for a periodofthreeyearsandShailbeawhole-timeofficeroftheUniversity. (2) TheControllerofExaminatiosnhallperformsuchdutiesasmay fromtimeto timebeassignedto himbytheBoardof Managemenatmithe Vice-Chancellor_ (3) The Controller of ExaminationShan be responsiblefor the preparationOfquestionpapers.fixationOftimeSchedulefor theexamination, valuation, pub'ication of results. issue of certificates and such other works related to examinations (4) TheControuercf Examinationshallbein-chargeof conductof examinationoftheUniversityandmattersrelatingtheretoandheshagperforn suchotherduties.asmayOeprescribedbytheStatutesorOrdinancesor,as may berequired bytheVice-Chancelor 17.The manner Of appointment.emoluments.powers.duties and functionsof theotherOfficersof theJn•versltyshalibesuchas maybe prescribed by the Statutes Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 33 CHAPTER IV AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY 18. The fonow.ng be the authontles Ofthe Jnrversity. namely— of the (i) The Board OfManagement: (iii The Academic Council. (ii) The Skill Development Education Council: (v) The Planning Board, (v) The Board OfRecognition. The Finance Committee: (vii) The of Studies: and (Wii)Such other authorit:es as may be declared by the Statues to be the mthorittes Of Umversity The Board of Management shall be the Chiefexecutive body of the Board of University and shall Ofthefollowing members. narnely.— Man•gerent (a) Vice-Chancellor; (b) The Registrar; (c) Director. Skill Development Education Council: (d) Three employees of the university who shall be nominated by the Vice- Chancellor, Of which one shal' be from among the Directors OfSchool Of Studies and the Other two from among the teachers and Otheracademic staff Otherthan the Directors of School; (e) Five persons.who are notemployeesOfthe University,to be norninated by the Chancellor. representing the following area cf specialisations. (i) Twoerrinent educationists, (ii) One personfromthenon-formalor voluntarysector: (iii) OnepersonrepresentingCornmerceorIndustry:and (iv) OnepersonrepresentinglearnedProfessions. (f) Three representativesof the Government of Odisha; Secretary,Depanmentot HigherEducationandSecretary. Industries and Secretary, Labour and Employment. in their ex-otficio capacity, Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) (g) Two members ot the Odesha Legislative Assembty nominated by the Speaker. (h) Three personsto beco-opted bythe Board of Management from hetollow•ngsectors. namely,— (i) One expert onVocabona' Education and Training. and (ii) Two experts on rotation basis from education. agriculture, public health care, rural industries and distance education (2) Members of the Board OfManagement. other than ex-0Hici0 members. Shauhold office for a term Ofthree years: Provided. however. that persons nominated or appointed from the Universityshallholdofficefor atermoftwoyears. (3) termofoffice Ofmembersofthe Boardof Management shall commence from the date Ofappointment. or nomination. as the case may be (4) SixmembersoftheBOJd of Managementshallformthequorumfor a meeting of the Btwd the powers Of 20.(1)TheBoardOfManagemensthallhavethepowerOfmanagemenatnd administrationOftherevenueandpropertyOftheUniversityandtheconductOfall administrativeaffairsofthe Universitynototherwiseprovidedfor (2) Subiect to the provisions of the Act, the Statutes and the Ordinances,theBoardOfManagementshall.inaddit•ontoOtherpowersvestedin it undertheStatutes,havethefollowingpowers.nameiy.— to effect standardization or skill-related education available in the State. toCreateteachingandotheracademicpostsandtoprescribe the functions and conditions of service of Professors. Readers.Lecturers and other teachers and other academic staffemployedbytheUniverstty. (iii) to prescribe qualifications for teachers and other academic staff. to approve the appointment01such Professors. Readers. Lecturersandotherteachersandacademicstaff asmaybe necessary the recommendations of the Selection CommitteesConstitutedforthepurpose: Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 35 (v} to approve appointmentsto temporary vacanciesaf any academ'c staff to specifythe mannerofapporntmentoftemporaryvacancies Ofacadernic staff. (vi) to provide tot the appointment Of vislting Professors. Emeritus professors. Fellows. and writers and determine the terms and condltions of such appointments. Wii) tomanageandregulatethefinances.accounts.investments, property0t the University all Otheraffairs Of the Universityandto appointsuchagentsasmaybeconsidered fit. (viii) to Investanymoneybeicnglngto theUniversityi.nclvding any unappbedincome.in suchstocks.funds.sharesor securitiesas it thinksfit or in the purchaseOfimmovable propertyin the state with like power of varyn.gsuch investment from time to time Provided that no action under this clause shall be takenwithoutconsultingtheFinmce Committee; Ox) to createadministrativeministerialand other necessary postsaftertaklngintoaccounttherecommencnionOsfthe Finance Committee and to specify the manner of appointment theretu (x) toregulataendenforcdeisctp'inaemongsthteemployeeins accordancewth the StatutesandOrdnances. (xi) totransfeorraccepttransferOs fanyimmovabloermovable propertyonbehaifoftheunversity. (xii) toentertaina.dludlcautepono.rredrestshegrvevancoefs theemployeeasndthestudentsoftheUniversitywhomay, foranyreason.feeiaggrieved. (xiiOto fix the remuneratiopnayableto coursewriters, counsellorse.xaminersandinvigilatorsa,ndtravellingand other payable,after consultingthe Finance Committee. (m) toselectthecommosneaflortheUniversiatyndtoFYOvide for the use Ofsuch seal: toinst'tutefel'owshipss.cholarshipss,tudentshipa:nd Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 36 (Yvl) to exercise such other powers and perform such Other functionsasmaybeconferredornposed onitbytheActor the Statutes 2f. (1) ThereShallbeanAcademicCouncOil ftheuniversityw. hich ShallbethePrincipalacademicbodyO'theUniversityandshall, tothe Council provisionsOfthisActandtheRules.StatutesorOrdinances.madethereunder. co-ordinateandexercisegenera'supervisionovertheacademicpoliciesOfthe University. (2) TheAcademicCouncilShanberesponsablefor the academisctandardasndperformsuchotherdutiesandfunctionassmaybe conferredor imposeduponitbytheStatutes. (3) TheconstitutionoftheAcademicCouncilandthetermofoffice of its membersandits powersandfunctionsshal be suchas maybe prescribed by the Statutes. 22. 1) SubjecttotheprovisionosfthisActandtheStatutest,heSkin Skill Oevelopment DntevefopmeEducatioCnouncsilhalhl avethefollowinpgowerasndfunctions. namely:— to organizeandpromoteskill-relatesdtudyandtraining programmes to approve the courses Of Of the academic programmes prepared bythe planning Board to grverecognitionto industrres.firms, institutions.different registeredworkshops.laboratories.traininginstitutesasthe trainingplatformforstudentOs ftheUniversity; to workoutthemodalitiesto standardisevocationalandski" developmenctoursesofferedbyvariousorganisations: (e) to recommendfor withholdingof recognitionof the defaultingbodiesspecifiedinclause(c)a: nd (0 to exercisesuchotherpowersandperformsuchOther functionsasmaybeprescribedbytheStatutes, (2) Theconstitutioann.dtheOtheprowersd,utiesandfunctionOsf theSkilDnl tevelopmEeducatioCnouncsihi albl esuchasmaybeprescribed by the Statutes Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 37 23. (1) There shall be constituted a Planning Board of the University pWinins which shall be the prinapai olanmng body of the University and shall also be responsible for the montonng of the developments of the University on the indicated in the objects Ofthe Vn.vetsityv (2) The constitution Ofthe Planrung Board. the term ot OfficeOf its members and its powers and functions shall be such as may be prescrlbed by the Statutes 24. (1) The Board Of Recognition shall be responsible admitting Recognniøn• Governrnent recognised colleges to the privileges of the university for providing add-On and skill developrnent courses. (2) The constitution and other powers and functions Ofthe Board 01 RecognitionshallbesuchasmayOeprescribedbytheStatutes. 25. (f) The constitution. powers. duties and functions Ofthe Finance The Finance Committee shanbesuch asmaybe prescribed bythe Statutes. Comrnit'ee 26. (f) Subject to the provisionsOfClause(g) Ofsub-section(l) Of Sehods Of section 4 there shall be euch number of Schools OfStudies as the University may,withtheapprovalOftheGovernment.determine.fromtimetotime. (2) The constitution,powersandfunctionsofthe SchoolsOfStudies shall besuch as may be prescribed bythe Statutes. 27. The constitution. powers. duties and functions of other authorities whichmaybedeclaredbytheStatutestobeauthoritiesOfthe Universityshall such as may be prescribed by the Statutes, CHAPTER V STATUTES. REGULATIONS AND ORDINANCES 28, SubjecttotheprovisionsofthisAct.theStatutesmayprovideforallor anycf thefollowing matters, namely— (a) the powers,dutiesandfunctionsthatmaybe exercisedand performed by the Vice-Chancellor. (b) theemolumentasndotherconditionsof serviceof theVice. Chancellor: Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 38 the manner of appointment and emoluments ot Directors Registrar. Comptroller of Finance. Controler ot Exarrunatlon anc other Officers and the powers. duties anc functions that may be exercised and performed by each of tt-k Officers. (d) the procedure for constitution of different authorities of the Unversity. the term of office of the members of such authoritEs and the powers and functions that may be exercJseC and performed by such authorities. the mannerof appointmentof teachers2ndotheremployeesof the University. their qualifications. the code of conduct and other conditions Of Service in&ding the manner of termination of service and other disciplinary actk'n: (f) the acceptanceandmanagernentof trusts.bequests.donations and endowments. conferment of honorary degrees. holdingof convocationstoconferdegrees. •nstitutionand maintenance.by the Jn•verslty, of departments. centresOfresearchor specialisedstudiesand post-graduate centres: registrationof graduatesand maintenanceOflist of registered graduates: procedureatmeetingof authoritiesofthe Universityandforthe transaction Oftheir business: and allOthermatterswhich.byor thisActareto ormay prescrtbed by the Statutes 29. (1) ThefirstStatutesshallbeframedbytheGovernment to be (2) Subjectto theprovis'oncontainedin Sub-section(3)(.4)and made _ the Board of Managementmay. frorn time to time. make new or additional Statutes or may amend or repeal theStatutes (3) TheBoardOfManagemenmtay.fromtimeto time.makeany proposatol theChancelloforrnewStatutesorfortheamendmenotrrepeaol f the Statutes in force to the Chancellor (4) On receipt ot a proposd undersub-section(3)the Chancellorin ConsultatiowniththeGovernmentm. ayetherdisapproveit orapproveitwth or without mod/fication Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 39 (5) No Statutes or amendment cr repeal of the Statutes by the Board of Management shall have effect until it is approved by the Chance-Jor The Government may also propose for new Statutes for the amendment or repeal Ofany Statutes Inforce to theChancellor (7) The first Statutes or subsequent Statutes shao come qntoforce from the date of its publication in the official Gazette 30. (1) Subject to the provisions of this Act and the Statutes. the The Ordinances. Ordinancesmayprovidetorallor anyOfthe matters.namely — (a) the of students to the University. the courses Of study and the fees therefore. the quaiifications to degrees. diplomas. certificates and other academic distöcbons. the conditions for the grant of fellowships. awards and the like. (b) the conduct of examinations. including the terms and conditions for appointment Of examiners and the general Ofstudents; managementOftheDepartmentsorSchoolsoftheuniversity: (C) (d) layingdownthe policyandnormsregarding.— fixation Of examinatton fees and emoluments, travel"g (i) and other anowances to be paid to the examiners. moderators and Such Other staff appointed for the examination work. paymentfor teaches. lessonwriters.evaluatorsandother academic staff appointed for organization and conducting refresher courses. workshop. seminars and Other programmes: rates of tuitionfeesandOtherchargesreceivablefromthe (iii) studentssubjectsto the provisionsof taw for the time being in force: rates of remuneration to visiting professMs. emeritus professors,consultantsf,ellows,scholars.artists.course writers. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 40 the conduct and discipline of the students the action to be taken against them for breach of discipline or misconduct. Mth due regard to the Odisha Conduct of Exam.nation Act. 1988 includlng the tollowng, (i) use Of unfair means at an exarn.nabon or thereto. by the student himself Or by any Other student.

or abatement thereof (ii) refusaltoappearorgiveevidenceinanyauthorized inquirybyanofficerin-chargeOfanexamination byanyofficerorauthorityoftheUniverslty:or (iii) disorderly or otherwise objectionable conduct whether within or Outsidethe Vniversty; (f) the conduct of examinations and other tests and the manner in which the candidates may be assessed examined by the examiners. the inspection of regional tenues. study centres and recognized institution: (h) the modeOfexecutionOfcontractsOragreementsfor.or onbeha'fof theUniversity. therulesto beobservedandenforcedbystudycenters and recognized institutions regarding transfer Of students: the holdingofconvocationstoconferdegrees.dplcmas. to grant certificates. other academic distinctions and recognitions to persons who have passed approved coursesofstudyin theuniversityorccnducted research. (k) collaborationwith other Universitiesin the State. other statutory authorities aid departments of the Government, (l) the appointments.for a specifiedperiodor periods.of teachersandotheracademicstaffworkirs inanyOther UniversityorOrganisattofnorundertakingjointprojects: the principlesgoverningthe seniorityOfServiceOfthe employees Ofthe University. the procedurefocthe settlementof dispute betweenthe University andthe students. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 41 (o) provisionfor reservationof requirednumber of postscf teachers, officers and other emptoyees of the University consistent with the law of the Government: (p) all other matters for *lich provision in the opinion of the 0' Management, necessary for exercise of any powers confelred by theAct or theStatutes. any other matterwhich by Act or the Statutes.is to be,or maybe.provided for bythe Oronances (2} The FirstOrdinmcesof the UniversityShallbe mat* by VICO- ChanceUowrhich.afterbeingapprovedbytheBoardof Managements.hanbe submitted to the Chancellor for his approval (3) The Chancelloirn consultationwith the Goverrvnensthallether approvetheOrdinancescrgrvesuggestionfsorrnodifrcationthserein. (4) TheVice-ChancellosrhalleitkærmodifytheOrdinancesIncorporating thesuggestioonftheChancelloorrgivereasonfsornotincorporatinagnyof thesuggestionmsadebytheChancelloarndshallretumtheFirstOrdinances dongwithsuchreasonsi.f any,totheChancelloarndonreceiptcftt•esame. theChancellorshallconsiderthe commentsof theVice-chancellorandshall approvethe First Of the Universitywth Ot wdhoutsuch modificationsandthen the FirstOrdinances. approvedby the Chancellor shallbe publishedIn the offaal Gazetteenduponsuchpublicationthe Ordinances shall come Into force 31. (t) TheBoardOfManagemenmt ayproposefornewordinancesor Subsequent Ordinances fortheamendmentorrepea;OfOrdnancesinforcetotheChancefl0f. (2) TheChancellosrhall.in consultatioWn iththeGovernment, approvtehe OftheBoardofManagemuenndt esrub-sectio(1n)or givesuggestionformodificationtsherein (3) TheBoardOfManagemesnhtalieithermodifytheOrdinances rgtccrporatinthe OftheChancelloorr givereasonfsornot incorporatinagnyofthesuggestions bytheChancelloarndshallreturn theOrdnancesalongwithsuchreasoni.fany.totheChancelloarndonreceipt Ofthesamet,heChancelloshr allconsider cornmenOtsftheBoardof MntanagemaendShaallpprovteheOrdnancewsithorwithoumt odifications andthentheOrditancesa.sapprovebdytheChancellosrh. albl epublisheidn theofficiaGl azettaenduponsuchpublicatiothneOrdnancesshalcl omeinto force. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 42 32. TheauthoritiesOftheut#versttymaymakeregulationsconsistentwith the Act the Statutes and the OrdK1ances. for the conduct Oftheir own business andthatoftheCommittees.ifany appovitedbythemandnotprovi#d for by this Act, the Statutes.or tip in the mannerp'escnbedby the Statutes. CHAPTER FINANCE ANO ACCOUNTS unwersity 33. (1) The Umverslty shall establ'sh a fund to be called the Funl UniversityFundtcwhichthefollowvngshallbecredited.namew•—: any contributÉn Of grant by the State Government. Central Government. D'stance Education Council, Indira GandhiNationalOpenUniversity.IndustrialUndertakings. Corporations Companies. Associations, Other bodies or authorities: (b) any incomeof the Unversityfrom all sourcesincluding incomefrornfeesandchargesandsaleproceeds. bequests.donations_endowmentsand other grants, if any. received by Unwets'ty: and muscenanec•Ærecap's (2) TheUniversdymay.fromtynetc "me. establishsuchotherfunds insuchnameandforsuchspecificpurposesasmaybedecidedbytheBoard OfManagement inconsultations with Government (3) Thefundshallbekeptw aNationalisedBankorScheduledBank or investedin such securitiesas may be decidedby the Boardof Management (4) ThefundsandaumoneyosftheUnversityshallbemanageidn suchmannersasmaybeprescröed bytheStatutes (5) Universitymay.withpreviousapprovaloftheGovernmentas regardsthe purposeandamountcf loan.andsubjectto suchconditionsas maybespecifiedbytheGovernmenatstosecurityandrateofinterestb.orrow anysumofmoneyfromanyNaticnal•sBedankorScheduleBdankorany othercorporatebodyoranyfinancialinstitution. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 34. (1) Thea,-nualfinancialestrnatesoftheUniversityfor anytnancial g•nanc• Es:mates year prepared under the direction of the Board of Management atleastfivemonthsbeforethecornmencernentOf financialyear (2) The Jrivers;ty shao the financial estimate nd expenditureof the Umversity in such manner as may be prescribed by the Statutes (3) The financial estimates shall tz S'±mltted to the Board Of Managemer"t its approval (4) The Board of Mana9erwnt shall consider estirnates so ;xepared and approve them with or wlthout modification (5) The Unwersity shaft submit such estimates as approved by the to the Goverrnent the purpose of providng the grant, (6) The Government may pass such order with reference to the sad as itthinks fit and the sarneto the University whichshan give effect to such order. (7) The Board Of ManagerEnt may. in Cases where exßnd'ture in excess cf the amounts for in the budget ISfotnd necessæ-y. for reasons to be in writirA incur such expenditure. (8) The financid year of the University shal be the sarne as that Government. 35. (1) The mnual statement of accounts of University for a financial Acxwnts year shall beprepared under the Orections of the Board OfManagement witrån and a of three mmths. aner eose Ofthe financial year. (2) The annual accounts as approved by the Board of Managernent ShanEe bytheAuditor anointed bythe Governm«tt (3) The amuai as approved by the Board of Management togetherWiththecopyof theauditreportandacopyofthe statementshowing taken bythe UruversityOnthe objectionsand points raised by the Auditor In his previous reports, shag be forwarded by the Board Of as soon as poss•bk and in any case. within the period of nöe Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) months from the end of financial year to the Chancellor and to the Auditor appointed by the Government (4) It shall be competent for the Chancellor to give directions to the university, regarding the manner which the accounts to certain specific activities or schemes shall be maintained. or to take necessary action against the authority. the officer or any employee of the University found guilty in the audit report tor committing irregularities. and the University shall act according to the directions of the Chancellor 36. (1) The annual report of the University shall be prepared under the Annual Report direction of the Board of Management. which shall include, among other matters, the steps taken by the University towards the fulfilment Of its Objectives. (2) The annual report so prepared shall be submitted to the Chanceilor cn or before such dateas may beprescribed bythe Statute. 37. Without obtaining the prior approval Of the Government. the Fine r.i.l University shall not,- 01the create any new post o' officers, teachers cr other employees. revtse the pay. allowances. post-retirement benefits and other benefits having financial implications offered to its officers, teachers and Otheremployees; (iii) make any provision that may add any financial burden on the Government: and (iv) fill up the sanctioned vacant post. CHAPTER MISCELLANEOUS Conation s 38. The condition Ofservice Ofthe employees of the University shall of service Of be such as may beprescribed inthe Statutes. employees (2) Every employee OfUniversåy shall be appointed under a Mitten contract and such contract shall not be inconsistent with the provisions Ofthe Act. the Statutes and the Ordinances, (3) The contract referred to in sub-section (2) Shallbe lodged With the University and a copy of which shall be furnished to the employees concerned. Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 45 39. Reference Of any dispute arising out of a contract Of employment referred tc in sub-section (2) Of section 38 between the University and an inchJdingthe thereofShall Suchasmaybeprescribed the Statutes. 40. (1) any question arises asto— Ozputes as Consuu•tot (a) theinterpretationofanyprovisionofthisActoranyStatutes. Universüy Authorities and Ordinances. Regulations or Rules. or (b) whethearnypersonhasbeendulyappointedas,orentitledto be,amemberofanyauthorityorOtherbodyoftheUniversity. the matterShaqberefetredtotheGovernmentwhosedecision thereon shall be final. (2) Anynomineeorex-otficiomembear ppointedbyanyauthontyor bodyoftheUniversitSyhaibl edeemedtohavevacatedhisOfficew.henever hisnominationorappointrnenistcancelledbytheauthorityconcerneodrhe ceasestoholdOfficebyvirtueofwhichhehasbeenamembeorftheauthority or bodyOfthe university. 41.WhenanyvacancyoccursintheofficeOfamembero.therthananex• Fong officiomember.oranyauthorityo, rOtherbodyoftheUniversitybeforethe expiryOfthetermofOfficoefsuchmembethr.evacancsyhalblefi'ledup,as soonasconvenientlmyaybe.byappointmenotrco-optiona,sthecasemay be.OfamembewrhoshallholdOfficesolongasthemembeirnwhoseplace hehasbeenappointeodrcooptedwouldhaveheldit,ifthevacanchyadnot 42.NoactorproceedngosfanyauthoritoyrbodyoftheUniversitsyhall •nvalid&d bemalidatedrneretybyreasonofanyvacancyinitsmembership. by . 43.itshallbethedutyOfeveryauthoritayndofficerOftheUniversittyo ensurethattheinteresOt ftheUniversiitsydulysafe-guarded Offcers be 44.Apersosnhalbledisqualififeodrelectionn,ominatioornselectioans rnernbeOrfanyOftheauthontteosfaUniversityif,he,— (a) is.cnthedateofelectionno.minatoiorsnelectioonfu.nsound mind deaf-mute: or Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 46 (b) is declared bankrupt or insolvent or has been convicted of and sentenced by a Cnminal Court to undergo •rnpriscnment for an offence involving mora\ turpitude. or (d) is being elected. nomnated or selected consecutively for a second term. save as otherwise provided elsewhere in this Act Explanation.—For the purposeOfthis clause the expression •term' shdl include part of a term, 45. (1) If theGovernment,after makingsuchenquiryas it may deemft. are satisfiedthat themanagementof theUniversityhas notbeenorcannot be carried on •n accordance wth the provisions of the Act or that there has been Manage men' such default In the performanceof its duties by any Ofthe authoritiescf the Uruversitythat administrationof the UntversltyiSnot'*ely to promoteits Objective. it may. after consultation Withthe Chancellor. issue notice theUnversitytoshowcausewithrnforty-fivedaysasto whyanorderOfits supersession should not be issued (2) If Government,on receiptof replyOfthe Universityon the noticeissuedundersub-section(1), issatisfiedthatthereisa prima-faciecase of contraven•ro orany ofthe provisionsof thisActor the Rules.Statutesor Ordinancesorregulationsmadethereundeorroffinancialmismanagemenotr ofmaladministratioint.shallmakeanorderctsuchenquiryasitmayconsider necessary (3) TheGovernmentshall,for the purposesof anyenquiryunder sub-section(2).appointaninquiryofficerorofficerstcinquireintoanyofthe allegations and to make report thereon. (4) The *'Wiry offcer or officersappointedundersub-section(3) shal havethesamepowersasarevestedin a civilcourtunderthe of Civi Procedwe1, 90Bwhiletryinga suitinresgEcot f thefollowingmatters, ActSof narnely 1908. summoningard enforcingtheattendanceot anypersonand examining him on oath (b) requiringthediscoveryandproductionofanysuchdocument oranyothermaterialasmaybepredicableinevidence; (c) reqÄtioning anypubhcrecordfromtheUniversitya:nd (d) anyothermatter•mich maybeprescribed Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) (5) The Inquiry officer or officers inquiring under this Act shall be deemed to beacivil coun for the pwposes of section 195and chapter XXVI of Act 2 0' the Code of Criminal Procedure. 1973 (6) On receipt of the enquiry from the officer or officers appointed under sub-sect'on if the Government is satisfied that the university hascontravenedahor anyof theprovisionsotthis Att orthe Rules. StatutesOrOrdinancesor regulationsmadethereunderor has violatedanyof the directions issued by it under this Act or a situation of financial mismanagementand maladministrationhas arisenIn the Unwersitywhich threatens the academic standard 01the University, it shall make orders for liqkjdat•on of the university and appoint anadministrator (7) The order under sub-section (3) shall remain in force for such period.notexceeding year.astheStateGovernmentmayspecifytherein. (8) A copyof everysuchordershall.assoonasmaybeafterIt is issued, be laidbefore the State Legislature (9) Uponmakingtheorderundersub-section(6)— (a) theauthoritiesOftheconcernedUniversityshallbedeemed tc have been superseded andthe members thereof holding officeimmeeatelybeforethe Issueof theordershallbe deemed tc have vacated their offices as such: (b) theconcernedVice-Chance'losrhalibedeemedto heve vacated his office as such; (c)thepowersandfunctionosftheauthoritieasndtheVice- Chancellorshall, Curingthe operationot the order. be exercisedard performedbytheAdministrator, (d)the Administratosrhag,for the purposeOfsigningthe DegreesD. iplomaasndOthercertificategsrantedbythe Universityb,edesignateadstheVice-Chancelltohrereof: (e)everypersonceasingtoholdofficeasaforesaiadndhaving possessioncu. stodyorcontrool fanyproperlyof.orany books,documentsorotherpapersrelatingto.theUniversity shalldelivertheproperty.books,documentsandOther Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 48 papers to the Administrator or to such person as may be authorised by the Administrator in this behaf, and (f) the Governrnent shall take all necessary steps for securmg possession the properties. books, documents and other papers. (10) No person, who ceases to hold office by reason of the order under sub-section shall beentitled to any compensation for the 'oss Ofhis office. (11) The Administrator shall take all necessary steps for the reconstitution of the authorities and for the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor so that the members Of the said authorities and the Vlce-Chancellor can assume Officeuponthe expiry Oftheperiod specified insub-section Provided that notwithst"ing anything contained in this Act, the Governmentmay, in consultationwith the Chancel!or.appointthe officer acting as the Administrator to be the of the Universitywith effect from the date Ofexpiry of the order under sub-section (6) for such term not exceeding three years as it may think tit. (12) All elections. selections and nominations for the purpose of reconstitution of the said authorities shal be hetd in advance in accordance With the provisions Ofthis Act Statutes and an persons who are to take partin any suchelection,selection nominationbyvirtueof holdingofficeas memberof any authority shall. notwithstandingthe fact that they have not assumed such office, be eligible to take such port. 46. No suit or Other legal proceedings shall lie against any officer, Proteclion Ofaction employee or authority of the Universityfor anything, which is in good fadh taken In pod faith done or ntended to be done in pursuance of any of the provisions of this Act, the Statutes, theOrdinances. theRegulations or the Rules 47. A copyOfreceipt.application.notice.order,proceeding.resolutionof Mode of of any authority or committee of the University, or other documents in the university record possessionoftheUniversityo,r My entryinanyregisterdulymaintainedby the University, ifcertified bythe Registrar. shall beadmitted asevidence of the Searchable PDF created by OCR.space (Free Version) 49 'natters ane transactions specified therein. where the original thereof wouki, if produced have been evidence, 48. The Government may, by notification in the official Gazette, make make rues. for carrying outthe purposes Ofthis Act. 49.'t anydifficultyarsestngiwngeffecttotheprovisionsofthisAct,the Governmentmay by order, publishedin the official Gazette.make such provisionsn.otinconsistenwtiththeprovisionosfthisActasappearstcittobe necessæ-yorexpedientfor removingthedtficulty• Provided that no such order shall be made under this section aftertheexpiryoftwoyearsfromthecommencemenotfthisAct. 50.(1)NotwithstandinagnythingcontainedinthisActandtheStatutes. the Governmentmayappointthefirst Vice-Chancellor.first (a) Registrar.the first Comptrollerci Financeand the first Controller of examination for a period not exceeding three yearson suchtermsand conditionsas the Government thinks thefirstecardofManagementshallconsistofnotmorethan (b) elevenmemberswhoshallbe nominatedbytheGovernment andtheyshallhotdofficeforatermofthreeyears,and the first&ance Committeeshallconsistof notmorethan sevenmemberswhoShanbenominatedbytheGovernment andtheyshallholdofficeforatermOfthreeyears. 51.TheprovusicnosfthisActshagbeinadditionto.andnotinderogation Of.theprovisionosfanyother'awiforthetimebeinginforce. 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